Air Force's 'New' B-52J Bomber Won't Hit 'Initial Capabilty' Until 2033
Story by Peter Suciu • 10h
Summary and Key Points You Need to Know: The U.S. Air Force's B-52 Stratofortress, which has been in service since the 1950s, is undergoing significant upgrades, including a transition to the B-52J designation.
-A major part of this overhaul is the Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP), replacing the aging Pratt & Whitney TF-33 engines with Rolls-Royce F130 engines.
-Despite the upgrades' importance, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) warns that completion may take until 2033, due to funding issues and technical challenges.
-Other upgrades include a new radar system, cockpit modernization, and reducing the crew size, all aimed at extending the B-52’s service life through the 2050s.
The B-52J Problem: It Will Take Years to Fly
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